| 释义 |
gain in gain in (something)To achieve more of some thing or attribute. Even just working there a year, I gained in knowledge of how the industry really works. That timid little girl has certainly gained in confidence over the course of the school year.See also: gaingain in somethingto advance in a particular quality. Todd grew in stature and gained in wisdom. Mary gained in experience as the weeks went on.See also: gaingain inv. To increase with respect to something: The athlete gained in strength, but lost in agility.See also: gain |